The SmartRim Sensor Detects Curbs and Other Obstacles
Rahul Kalvapalle — April 29, 2015 — Autos
References: smartrim.io & gizmag
The SmartRim is a wireless device that is designed to make parking easier and eliminate the chances of you scraping your car wheel against the curb when parking.
Created by tech entrepreneur Steven D. Domenikos, the SmartRim gives drivers a clear idea of the proximity of curbs as well as other obstacles that could impede the car's wheel. The device uses a sensor that bounces ultrasonic waves off nearby objects dozens of times a second, while measuring how much time it takes for those waves to register back.
The app functionality is the icing on the cake; SmartRim is an intelligently designed and easy-to-use device that will be appreciated by anybody who's ever heard that sickening scraping noise that occurs when a park job goes wrong.
Created by tech entrepreneur Steven D. Domenikos, the SmartRim gives drivers a clear idea of the proximity of curbs as well as other obstacles that could impede the car's wheel. The device uses a sensor that bounces ultrasonic waves off nearby objects dozens of times a second, while measuring how much time it takes for those waves to register back.
The app functionality is the icing on the cake; SmartRim is an intelligently designed and easy-to-use device that will be appreciated by anybody who's ever heard that sickening scraping noise that occurs when a park job goes wrong.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Parking Sensors - There is an opportunity to create wireless parking sensors that detect multiple obstacles to improve drivers' parking experience.
2. Ultrasonic Sensor Revolution - Incorporating ultrasonic sensors in more electronic devices, like cars, can have a major impact on the industry.
3. Smart Parking Assistance Devices - Intelligent parking assistance devices like SmartRim can be further developed to enhance vehicle safety and reduce damage.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The SmartRim device can be integrated into new car models, improving parking for drivers.
2. Smart Device Industry - Wireless parking sensors can be developed and manufactured for a variety of vehicles to enhance safety.
3. Insurance Industry - Integrating ultrasonic sensors into cars and parking devices can lead to fewer accidents, which may have potential to lower insurance rates.
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